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June 23, 2016

Creating a Chalk Background ...

Hi Everybody,


Many of us have pastel chalks in our crafting stash and they have been there for ever.  They just never seem to run out.

Or maybe you don't use them much these days preferring other mediums to create your designs.

Well I thought I would put them to good use and make a card using them for my background and make a little video in the process

It has gone "Live" today on YouTube
Create a Background with Chalk

This is the card that is in the video but here is another that was done with the same chalks just a different colour
The chalks I have used are "Siesta" but I have had them so long I don't remember where I git them from so shop around for the best price

You can also buy a fixative in a spray that will stop the chalk from rubbing off the card but I find I get them same result with a cheap hairspray ... so save your self a bit of cash !!

The results are very pale but that just adds to the beauty of the card and I quite like both of these

I have added the links at the bottom of the page for you to see what the products are but shop around for the chalks and get the best set you can afford ... depending on how much you think that you will use them.

I also have a page on my website    Using Chalks    that can show you other ways in which to put chalks to good use.

More tomorrow ...

Hugs xx

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22 comments:

  1. nancyd23 June 2016 at 06:12

    Morning Christina, two beautiful cards I used to love chalks as they are so subtle but as you say not used them for ages must get them out and do a card with them today.
    Nancyd xx

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  2. Patricia23 June 2016 at 06:21

    Good morning Christina, loving your beautiful card.
    Could not believe my luck ... a Tutorial using chalks, I bought some yesterday.
    Off to look and learn.
    Patrici x

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  3. nattyboots23 June 2016 at 07:05

    Hi Christina
    You are so right, { i don't even know where my chalks are ?}
    Two lovely cards and thanks for the tip , now time to get my thinking head on mmmmm , i wonder if they are in ? ,,,,,,,,,

    Take Care
    Elaine H X

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  4. PharmacyMichele23 June 2016 at 07:07

    Two lovely cards, very pretty.

    Michele

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  5. Elaine Pearl Hudson Dale23 June 2016 at 08:26

    beautiful cards. hugs xx

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  6. lydia jordan23 June 2016 at 08:37

    Morning Christina,
    Lovely cards.
    Lydia
    x

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  7. cardreflections23 June 2016 at 08:56

    Gorgeous cards, thank you for the tutorial, love learning new stuff.

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  8. BenteS23 June 2016 at 10:08

    Thanks for a great tutorial, Christina!
    Your cards are both beautiful, I have picked the blue one as my favorite :))

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  9. Jenny Cottam23 June 2016 at 11:24

    Hi Christina
    Must have a go at this as it is a very pretty effect. Both your cards are pretty
    Love & best wishes
    Jenny C xxx

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  10. EFTChristine23 June 2016 at 15:48

    HI Christina,
    What a nice soft effect with the pastels. The video is excellent . I am French Canadian and I just love your British accent. I have some Christmas embossing folders to try this technique with.
    Both cards are great.
    I am very grateful that I found you on the "tube" :-)

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  11. Linda Simpson23 June 2016 at 16:50

    These are gorgeous, I do love the soft pastel colours you get with chalks and must get them out and have a play.
    Hugs
    Linda xxx

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  12. Anonymous23 June 2016 at 17:11

    Hi Christina

    This is such a pretty card, I really love it. Only last week I was looking at my chalks and thinking I'd best use them! lol

    June x

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  13. Unknown23 June 2016 at 17:46

    Beautiful card Christina, love the delicate effect you have achieved. Hugs Jennifer xx

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  14. Judy E23 June 2016 at 18:48

    Hello Christina- These are both lovely cards. I absolutly love the sentiment on the pink card! It is just absolutely wonderful. Thanks for posting these beautiful cards !

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  15. Margaret Wilson23 June 2016 at 19:24

    2 pretty cards today. I have watched your video and seen the ideas on your web site- I haven't ever seen or used chalks but I will be looking to buy some. - I think I may be better at chalking than painting!! Thanks for the tutorial xx

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  16. Sandra23 June 2016 at 19:46

    Lovely cards! I like the look of softness that you get with chalk. I also like how it makes the embossing stand out.

    I may be MIA for a few days. Gene and I are at Mayo in Minnesota where he had a specialized open heart surgery yesterday. Lots of time at the hospital Prayers are much appreciated
    Sandra Smith

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  17. sghay23 June 2016 at 20:43

    All I can say is wow, wow, wow!!! Both cards are gorgeous! I'm off to watch the video now. Thank you so much for sharing your creativity.

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  18. ursula23 June 2016 at 21:15

    Brilliant idea, love it..superb cards.....luv Ursula xxx

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  19. Littlelamb23 June 2016 at 22:24

    Thankyou Christina. I must get my chalks out again. Haven't used them for years. Thanks for the tutorial and reminding me to use them.

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  20. Betty McAlister23 June 2016 at 23:15

    Two beautiful cards Christina. Hard to choose a favourite but I think the pink one. I do have chalks but have hardly used them so perhaps now is the time to try again. X

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  21. Dianne23 June 2016 at 23:35

    Wow this looks interesting, what a beautiful card. Will have to go check out your video. Thanks for sharing. Dianne

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  22. Ali P23 June 2016 at 23:39

    Beautiful stunning cards, backgrounds are so lovely

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